Welcome to Farm to Forge
Tonight, we gather not just to share food, but to celebrate what happens when opportunity, hard work, and community come together.
Every seat at this table tells a story – and tonight, you are part of it. Thank you for being here.
Our Story
At Forge City Works, food is our way of building connections.
A kitchen becomes a classroom.
A grocery becomes a lifeline.
A table becomes a place where opportunity and belonging are served every day.
Through our job training and food access programs, we are helping neighbors build careers, strengthen families, and grow our city together.
Gloria Pépin Award Winner Takes on Disney Culinary Program
Rosa, an alumni of our January cohort, was honored with the 2025 Gloria Pépin Memorial Award from the Jacques Pépin Foundation, recognizing her talent, dedication, and bright future. She is now thriving in the Disney Culinary College Program, bringing her passion, heart, and commitment to every kitchen she steps into.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
Just as no table is set by one person alone, this evening is possible because of many generous partners.
Workforce Professional Award Winner Builds Pathways for Trainees
Carla, a longtime leader at Forge City Works, was honored this year with the Workforce Professional Award from Capital Workforce Partners. From her start as a chef and trainer to her current role guiding recruitment and certification, Carla has dedicated more than a decade to mentoring trainees, building career pathways, and expanding opportunities that change lives.
In our kitchen, food means opportunity
Your support makes it possible.
Your gift provides hands-on job training, affordable food access, and real-world opportunities for our community.
Stay connected, celebrate trainee achievements, and see the impact of your support. Be part of what’s next.
Make a gift today.